GTDC Diploma brochure

GTDC DIPLOMA
Advancing Your Distribution Partnerships
to Maximize Overall Results
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As a technology company doing business with distributors today, you
obviously want to get the most out of your partnerships. This two-day
training and accreditation program helps ensure you know the factors
and actions to maximize ROI and performance.
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The “language” and value of technology distribution has changed dramatically over the past three decades. In
earlier years, the industry was largely defined by three words: “pick, pack and ship.” Today, the range of
services, metrics and variables equates to a totally different set of success factors from both vendor and
distributor perspectives. If you’re looking to get the most out of your distribution partnerships today, you likely
need to more fully understand how distributors operate and how your initiatives will be most effective with them.
You need to speak the language of distribution business and know how to influence the measures that matter to
decision makers…
Q: Can your account teams make the business case for your vendor value proposition and marketing
programs? Can they identify how and where changes are needed to build share?
Q: Do you know which categories and products generate the best return on working capital for your distributors?
Can you work this out? How does this compare to your competitors?
Q: Which vendor behaviors drive cost into your distributors and could be limiting your growth prospects
through distribution?
Q: What are the five factors that typically make distribution the most cost-effective channel for market access?
Can you explain this to your product and sales teams?
Q: Do you know how your vendor programs affect the GMROWC, ROIC and ROCE of your distribution
partners? Do you know which of these metrics they measure your business on?
These and similar questions are the subject of the new GTDC Diploma Training and Accreditation Program.
This “hands on” approach follows the success of the GTDC primer “Understanding the Technology Distribution
Business.” The Guide to Optimizing Partnerships and Bottom-Line Value was developed in partnership with
VIA International, a leading management consultancy exclusively focused on marketing, distribution and sales
channels. Together, the GTDC in conjunction with its members -– the world’s most successful technology
distributors -– and VIA are introducing this program to deliver the information, detailed guidance and interaction
to help technology companies thrive through distribution in every way possible.
Who is the GTDC Diploma for?
The Diploma is aimed at experienced account teams working with distributors on a day-to-day basis. It
underpins their practical experience with a solid understanding of the financial dynamics of the vendor business
model inside distributors.
Why attend the GTDC Diploma?
Participants obtaining accreditation will benefit from training that improves their on-the-job performance and
long-term career development because it is:
• Relevant – focused on the specifics of technology distribution economics and optimizing vendor-distributor
engagement (not just finance for non-financial managers)
• Valid – backed by the GTDC and its membership as addressing the key issues and principles in
distribution today
• Real – cases, illustrations and examples provided from the GTDC members
• Current – with contributions and Q&A from top distributor managers on each course
• Effective – because the training is delivered by proven providers, who combine deep industry knowledge with
exceptional instructional approaches
• Personally valuable – accreditation will be an industry-recognized standard
• Essential – Distributors will expect vendor teams to be accredited
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Global Technology Distribution Council
141 Bay Point Drive N.E. • St. Petersburg, FL 33704
813.412.1148 • Info@gtdc.org • www.gtdc.org
VIA International
Building 3 Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road • London W4 5YA, United Kingdom
+44 208 899 7333 • gtdc@viaint.com • www.viaint.com
What topics does the Diploma cover?
The Diploma curriculum and content has been approved by the GTDC Board – CEOs and Board Members at
the world’s top distributors. The key topics include:
Channel Dynamics &
Clarifies the value of different types of distribution and sets the framework
The Role of the Distributor
for what follows
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How the distributor
Unlocks the financial dynamics which determine success for products,
business model
. . . . . .works
. . . . . . . . . . . .categories
. . . . . . . . . &. .vendors
. . . . . . .in. .distribution
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Margins & Profitability
how understanding Contribution Profit unlocks all the levers
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company
doing business with distributors today, you
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Working Capital
and
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the
drivers
of
working
capital
and
examines
how
small
changes in
training and accreditation program helps ensure you know all the
Cash-to-Cash cycle
Ts & Cs have big impact on cash and growth
. . . . . . . . . factors
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. . . . .actions
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. . . . and
. . . . .performance.
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Productivity
&
Capital
Shows
how
to
identify
the
winners,
sleepers,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .traffic
. . . . .builders
. . . . . . .and
. . . .losers
. . . . . in
. the
Efficiency Measures
category, product and customer portfolio
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Managing Growth
Reveals the linkage between profitability, working capital turn and capacity
for growth
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The Anatomy of an Effective Characterizes the elements that determine the success or failure of a vendor
Distribution Program
program in the distribution channel
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How to Sell to Distributors
Shows how to build compelling business cases for your overall value
as a Vendor
proposition and channel programs
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The Value of Distribution
Shows how distribution can improve the vendor’s own ROCE
to a Vendor
Who delivers the Diploma?
The Diploma is delivered by VIA International, a consultancy with over 30 years’ experience equipping vendor
account teams with advanced channel financial skills to give them a competitive edge in the channel. The
faculty blends front-line consulting expertise and the experience of delivering thousands of workshops and
webinars to channel professionals across the globe.
Each workshop will also benefit from direct exposure to senior distributor management and may include a
visit to the warehouse or sales floor of a major distributor.
How long is the GTDC Diploma training, and where does it occur?
The Diploma is a two-day workshop, although there is an option to deliver part of the Diploma through online
learning and reduce the face-to-face element to one day. The Diploma course is hosted at a venue of your
choosing, which can be your own premises, an off-site venue, or – with agreement – the premises of a
major distributor.
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Global Technology Distribution Council
141 Bay Point Drive N.E. • St. Petersburg, FL 33704
813.412.1148 • Info@gtdc.org • www.gtdc.org
VIA International
Building 3 Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road • London W4 5YA, United Kingdom
+44 208 899 7333 • gtdc@viaint.com • www.viaint.com
How much does the GTDC Diploma cost?
Costs depend on venue and group size, but for a typical course of 16 participants run on your own premises,
the cost will be €19,200, which is equivalent to €600 per participant day. This is less than many generic Finance
for Non-Financial Manager courses, which do not address the specifics of technology distribution and do not
provide an accreditation recognised within the industry.
How can I find out more?
Contact: GTDC pvandenberg@gtdc.eu or VIA International gtdc@viaint.com.
GTDC Corporate Office
Global Technology Distribution Council
141 Bay Point Drive N.E. • St. Petersburg, FL 33704
Phone: 813.412.1148
E-mail: Info@gtdc.org
Web: www.gtdc.org
GTDC Members
Issued July 2012
VIA Headquarters
VIA International
Building 3 Chiswick Park, 566 Chiswick High Road
London W4 5YA, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 208 899 7333
E-mail: gtdc@viaint.com
Web: www.viaint.com